Strings under skin after breast augmentation. 2 weeks post-op. (photos)

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Hi there! I’m 24 in good health. I had a breast augmentation two weeks ago (july 3rd 2018). Everything went well, recovery is going great, though I still have some pain in my ribs. I noticed today some kind of strings under my skin when I lift my arm up high, right on my ribs where it Was wondering if it’s normal, some kind of inflammation of the tissue. I’m joining pictures in which I circled the strings I’m talking about. Thank you so much!

Gregory Baum, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question and photos. There is nothing to be concerned about. The “strings” you are seeing when you raise your arm up are the tissues pulling against the deep sutures that were placed to close the wound and hopefully prevent your implant from bottoming out. The “strings” should resolve as the sutures dissolve. I don’t think you have Mondor’s disease (inflammation of the superficial veins of the breast/chest. Best wishes.

Daniel Zeichner, MD · Answer

Hi and welcome to our forum!
From the photos provided, you appear to be exhibiting Mondor's disease, which involves thrombophlebitis of the superficial veins of the breast and anterior chest wall. It is an unusual complication after breast augmentation. It is self limited and responds to application of moist heat and NSAID medication. Make your surgeon aware of the problem.
Best wishes...

Mahmood Kara, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello. Thank you for your inquiry and congratulations on your surgery!
It is important to have an in-person medical assessment regarding this issue as it is difficult to determine virtually. Continue to update your doctor in the matter and follow their post-op protocol.
It is important to get cleared by your doctor before engaging in specific physical activity before the 3 month healing period has ended as the healing stage is crucial for healthy results.
It generally takes around 6 months to a year to see your final results. Your tissues will take time to relax and allow your implants to "Drop and Fluff" settling into place.
Our tips for recovery following breast augmentation are to wear a supportive sports bra for 3 months post-operative and refrain from lifting anything heavier than 10 lbs for 3 weeks as we don't want any strain at your incision sites. Make sure to keep the area of your stitches clean by cleansing with hydrogen peroxide daily. Showering is encouraged! But, no sitting in water for 2 weeks following surgery (no baths, hot tubs, pools etc.).
Please note that this response does not substitute patient-doctor relationship. We welcome any and all patients seeking advice to come in for a complimentary consultation available for limited time only.
During the COVID-19, we are offering complimentary online consultations as well as in-office consultation with social distancing and masks. Procedure done in-hospital private surgical facility while taking covid-19 precautions. We utilize UV-light to clean the air of viruses and bacteria during our consultations and surgery. We invite you to come in to discuss your options more thoroughly. Please send us an email at info@drkaraplasticsurgery.com with the subject line: "Attention Meagan" and we will be happy to coordinate your appointment!
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